Date:         Sun, 29 Oct 2006 18:28:15 -0800
Reply-To:     jon <jon@KENNEKE.COM>
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From:         jon <jon@KENNEKE.COM>
Subject:      My Ignition switch replacement experience
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It was a pleasant job. It took about 45 minutes (not counting a trip to
the FLAPS to get a 24mm socket).

1) Remove shaft "cowling"
2) Remove horn plastic assembly (just pulls off)
3) Remove 24mm bolt
4) Pull steering wheel off (no puller required)
5) Remove 3 screws around the stem assembly
6) Remove stem (wiper, turn signal switches) assembly
7) With pliers, remove the plastic collar around shaft
8) Remove all 3 (or is it 4) wire connectors
9) Remove hex nut holding switch/lock assembly
10) Remove switch/lock assembly (with key "on")
11) Remove switch assembly (there is a screw inside holding it to the
lock)
12) Install new switch assembly

And, as Bentley says: Reverse for installation.

Geez, I had always thought pulling the steering wheel was a pain. It is
not.

Might I also add GoWesty is a fast shipper, and great. Van-cafe is also
appreciated for their fast service and cookies. ;) I also occasionally
purchase parts from CIP1 and autohausaz, which are also good. At this
time, I won't mention the vendor that I have had repeated problems with.

Jon
'86 Westy in this case